Jean Paul Gaultier 2023 Parfum

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Scandal Elixir

by Fabrice Pellegrin , Bruno Jovanovic , Daphné Bugey

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Jean Paul Gaultier Scandal Elixir is a Parfum launched in 2023, created by Fabrice Pellegrin, Bruno Jovanovic, and Daphné Bugey. Scandal Elixir opens with Bergamot, Blood Orange, Pink Pepper, and Blackberry, settles into a heart of Jasmine, Iris, Orris, and Ylang-Ylang, and dries down to a base of Patchouli, Vanilla, and Benzoin. Jean Paul Gaultier's Scandal Elixir carries an Acquired verdict, a sweet-led wear.

Scandal Elixir Parfum is a decadent cherry-topped gourmand that wraps you in a plush, syrupy cloud. Not for the shy, it commands attention with nuclear performance and a seductive, almost edible trail.
  • Bold
  • Sensual
  • Confident
  • Warm
  • Modern
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Scandal Elixir Parfum bottle

Profile

Composition

Timeline

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Accords

Sweet
95%
Fruity
80%
Gourmand
80%
Lactonic
60%
Woody
40%

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Performance

Longevity
Beast (10+h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter
Also Works:
Spring

The dense, sweet-gourmand composition with black cherry, vanilla, and tonka bean makes it ideal for cold winter and crisp autumn weather where its richness and warmth shine. It's too opulent and heavy for summer, but can work in spring evenings.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its bold projection and decadent sweetness make it perfect for evening dates and formal occasions, but it can overwhelm in the office or sporty settings. Best suited for night outs or when you want to be noticed.

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About

Scandal Elixir Parfum by Jean Paul Gaultier is a lavish, ultra-sweet masculine fragrance that opens with a burst of luscious black cherry, immediately drawing you into a luscious, almost boozy gourmand heart. Creamy tonka bean, vanilla, and praline create a rich, edible sensation, while sandalwood and patchouli ground the composition with velvety woods. The finish is plush, lingering with caramel, cacao, and a subtle synthetic edge for a thoroughly modern, addictive feel. Immensely powerful and enveloping, this scent is unapologetically bold, perfect for cold nights and anyone seeking to make a lasting impression.

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